State Issues

Sample Resolution Opposing ADU Legislation 

We anticipate the legislature will consider bills that would preempt local planning and permit Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) on property zoned for single or two-family residential uses. Please consider adopting a resolution in opposition.  

Read more: Sample Resolution Opposing ADU Legislation 

Contact: Mike Cerra, Executive Director, mcerra@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x120.

Recap of FY2026 State Budget and Legislation Lunch & Learn

On Monday, April 14, the League hosted a Lunch and Learn on the Governor’s proposed FY2026 budget 

Read more: Recap of FY2026 State Budget and Legislation Lunch & Learn 

Contact: Erin Knoedler, Legislative Analyst, eknoedler@njlm.org, x116.

Lunch & Learn: Local Finance Board FDS Filers Q&A 

On Wednesday, April 23, the League will host a Lunch and Learn webinar with the Local Finance Board regarding the filing of annual Financial Disclosure Statements.  

Read more: Lunch & Learn: Local Finance Board FDS Filers Q&A 

Contact: Ciara Bradley, Research Associate, cbradley@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x128.

Department of Health Readopts Death Records Rules 

Department of Health rules regarding vital records, specifically Dearth Records, have been readopted.  

Read more: Department of Health Readopts Death Records Rules 

Contact: Erin Knoedler, Legislative Analyst, eknoedler@njlm.org, x116.

Federal Issues

Congress Passes Budget Framework 

On April 10, the House passed the identical budget framework that the Senate adopted the week before which lays the framework to adopt a bill that includes changes to taxes, border security, military spending, and energy policy, along with other priorities.   

Read more: Congress Passes Budget Framework 

Contact: Paul Penna, Director of Government Affairs, ppenna@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x110.

April 30 ARPA SLFRF Reporting Deadline 

As a reminder, every single municipality must submit its American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF) report by April 30 to remain in compliance.  

Read more: April 30 ARPA SLFRF Reporting Deadline 

Contact: Paul Penna, Director of Government Affairs, ppenna@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x110.

Also of Interest

GFOA Women At Work Conference 

The GFOA will hold its Women at Work conference on Friday, May 16, at the Trenton Country Club. Registration is required.  

Read more: GFOA Women At Work Conference